#272216

#272216

Color Values

HEX

#272216

RGB

39, 34, 22

HSL

42.4, 27.9%, 12.0%

HSV

42.4, 43.6%, 15.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 12.8%, 43.6%, 84.7%

OKLCH

0.2538 0.0224 88.0

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #272216;
color: #272216;
border-color: #272216;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.83:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.33:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #272216?

RGB(39, 34, 22) · HSL(42.4, 27.9%, 12.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 12.8%, 43.6%, 84.7%)

Does #272216 meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.83:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #272216?

Use FFFFFF text on a #272216 background; contrast on black is 1.33:1.